Lead, Communications

Lead, Communications

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL; Londonderry, NH; Rochester, NY; Salt Lake City, UT; Nashville, TN

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

In this position, you will be responsible for developing, implementing and measuring employee communications strategies that engage the L3Harris workforce and strengthen organizational culture across multiple business sectors and corporate functions. Reporting to the Senior Manager of President and Employee Communications, you will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, creating and executing high-impact communications that align employees to enterprise priorities, reinforce company values, and drive engagement across our global organization. The role requires exceptional writing abilities, strategic thinking, and the capacity to translate complex business objectives into clear, compelling content that inspires and connects diverse audiences.

Essential Functions:

• Partner with senior leadership to build and execute comprehensive communications programs, serving as a strategic advisor on messaging approaches and engagement tactics.
• Create strategic, innovative and engaging employee communications content including town halls, employee webcasts, memos, video messages, talking points, presentations and multi-channel digital content that educates, inspires and motivates the workforce.
• Employ the latest communications tools, platforms and analytics to maximize audience engagement and reach through multi-channel (intranet, email, digital, etc.) communications methods. Measure effectiveness and adjust strategy as necessary.
• Build trusted partnerships with key internal stakeholders across the business, collaborating across teams and locations to share information, establish communications best practices and ensure enterprise alignment.
• Support the deployment of change initiatives and organizational priorities by developing internal communications that align employees to strategy, educate on business imperatives and foster connection across a global, matrixed organization.
• Translate complex technical, operational and business topics into clear, accessible messaging tailored to diverse audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Review and edit written content for accuracy, clarity and consistency in tone and style.
• Manage multiple high-priority communications projects and competing deadlines seamlessly in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities as needed.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Collaborate with various teams, including marketing, public relations and subject matter experts to gather information and insights.
• Travel as needed to support executive engagements and key events.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 9 years prior experience, Graduate Degree with 7 years prior experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
• Minimum 4 years experience in corporate communications

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Exceptional written, verbal and creative communications skills with highly effective writing style and expertise using a variety of styles for diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with and consistent usage of AP Style.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, generative AI tools and collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams or other project management software.
• Proven experience supporting senior executives and building trusted advisor relationships with leadership.
• Strategic communicator with strong instincts and expertise influencing leadership thinking in communications and issues management.
• Natural communicator with executive presence and the ability to engage and influence leaders and teams at every level of the business.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities with a track record of delivering successful initiatives on time and ability to juggle multiple projects at once.
• Effective team player with exceptional interpersonal skills and proven success building relationships and driving collaboration across business functions, departments and geographies.
• Motivated self-starter who performs without appreciable direction; comfortable in a fast-paced environment and ability to re-prioritize daily.
• Quick study with attention to detail, sense of urgency and strong work ethic.
• Deep understanding of best practice communication channels and methodology; embraces AI and other emerging tools and trends in practice.
• Communications experience in aerospace, defense, technology or manufacturing industries highly desired.
• Demonstrates agility, integrity and positive attitude; creates culture of trust and continuous improvement.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $91,500 - $170,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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